Nigeria vs Pakistan
Pakistan is about 50% pricier than Nigeria overall, with a price level of 24.0 versus 12.1 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, Pakistan scores higher (56 vs 32 of 100).
Metric Nigeria Pakistan
Price level (US=100) 12.1 24.0
GDP / capita (PPP) $9,087 $6,252
GNI / capita (PPP) $8,850 $6,100
Inflation (YoY) 33.2% 12.6%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Nigeria Pakistan
Housing & utilities 52 33
Food 100 59
Transport 63 54
Restaurants & hotels 50 35
Health 33 28
Communication 67 35
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Nigeria Pakistan
Quality-of-life score 32/100 56/100
Life expectancy 55 yrs 68 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 15.7 4.3
Internet users 41% 57%
Frequently asked
Is Nigeria more expensive than Pakistan?
Pakistan is more expensive: about 50% pricier than Nigeria overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Pakistan?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Nigeria would cost roughly $198,500 in Pakistan, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Nigeria or Pakistan?
Pakistan scores higher, 56 vs 32 out of 100.
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